Man threatens store employee with machete, leaves without cash

Published 10:36 am, Wednesday, October 16, 2013

On Oct. 9 officers responded to Allsups, located at 906 8th Street, in reference to a robbery. Officers spoke with the clerk and a customer who were present during the incident. They stated that a person entered the store at about 2 a.m. The person was described as being a Caucasian and was 18-20 years of age. The person had blonde hair, blue eyes and was about five-feet seven inches tall and weighed 190-200 pounds. The person was wearing a black ski mask, black robe and was threatening them with a machete and demanding money. The suspect left the store without taking any money.

On Oct. 7 officers were dispatched to a crash at FM 2590 and Hunsley Hills Boulevard. The driver, who was at fault in the crash, was arrested for traffic warrants.

Also on Oct. 7, officers responded to a vandalism to a vehicle in the area of Canyon Rim and North Ridge. The complainant reported two car tires slashed.

Officers made a traffic stop Oct. 7 on the 400 block of 10th Street. Officers obtained consent to search the vehicle, and they located marijuana. The driver was arrested and transported to Randall County Jail.

On Oct. 8 officers made a report of debit card abuse at the police department. The card was used in Fort Worth without the owner’s authorization.

Officers made a traffic stop Oct. 9 on the 2400 block of 6th Avenue. The driver was found to have a suspended license and was in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was cited and released.

Also on Oct. 9, officers made a traffic stop on the 2300 block of 14th Avenue. Officers located drug paraphernalia in the vehicle. The driver was cited and released.

Officers responded to a disorderly male cursing at customers Oct. 9 in front of Walmart. The man was located and arrested for disorderly conduct. He was found to be a magazine salesman, and he did not have a city permit, so he was charged with violating the city ordinance, as well.

Officers responded Oct. 9 to the 400 block of 21st Street in reference to a residential burglary. The suspect entered the residence and took several tools.

On Oct. 11 officers responded to Southeast Park and Canyon Junior High School in reference to damaged property. The suspects sprayed painted several areas at both locations.

On Oct. 12 a report of aggravated assault was taken at the police department. The complainant reported that her husband displayed a weapon during an argument, and she was concerned for her safety as a result of his actions.

On Oct. 13 officers made a traffic stop in the 1400 block of 6th Avenue. The driver exited the vehicle and ran from the scene. The suspect was later located and arrested for evading.

Officers made a delayed assault report on Oct. 13 that occurred at the Walmart gas pumps. A male and female had a verbal argument while at the pumps, and the male reportedly struck the female with an electrical cord in the face.

Also on Oct. 13 officers took a vandalism report in reference to a vehicle being scratched with a sharp object. The vehicle was damaged while parked at Kimbrough Stadium.

Officers responded to five crashes last week. The factors contributing to the crashes were speed, failing to yield right of way and unsafe backing.

To report any information, call Canyon Police Department at 655-5005.

Officers have responded to several damaged property reports due to being spray painted recently. It is only a matter of time before law enforcement catches up to these people that continue to damage property of citizens. Anyone having information on this crime or any others should call the police immediately.